Tag Archives: Psalm 119

understanding

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 119:89-176 Numerous times in this passage, the psalmist prays for understanding.  Understanding will keep his soul alive (144, 175).  Here is a believer, and a disciple.  He does not simply trust the LORD for some future destiny, he clings … Continue reading →

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teach me

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 119:1-88 Lammdeni – Teach me.  The psalmist repeats that plea eleven times in this psalm – seven times in this section.  He is convinced that there is a purpose for life, but that he will not learn that purpose … Continue reading →

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God’s restoring grace

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 119:1-88.  I thought that Psalm 119 was a praise poem by someone who consistently followed the scriptures, and was boasting about it. I was wrong. These are the words of a sinner, who was afflicted (50,67,71,75). Perhaps because of … Continue reading →

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